RT by @mikenov: RT by @mikenov: Why does Ukraine systematically target the bridge and engine room of Russia’s “Shadow Fleet” tankers? It’s a calculated asymmetric strategy designed to achieve maximum operational disruption with zero environmental blowback. 1️⃣ Avoids Ecological Disaster: Piercing the main cargo tanks risks massive oil spills in shared waters. Targeting the rear engine room disables the ship while keeping the hull intact. 2️⃣ Weaponizing Sanctions: The engine is a vessel’s most complex asset. Under strict Western technology blockades, sourcing specialized replacement parts is nearly impossible for Moscow, forcing the permanent scrapping of the ship. 3️⃣ Neutralizing Crews: Hi

Why does Ukraine systematically target the bridge and engine room of Russia’s “Shadow Fleet” tankers? It’s a calculated asymmetric strategy designed to achieve maximum operational disruption with zero environmental blowback.

1️⃣ Avoids Ecological Disaster: Piercing the main cargo tanks risks massive oil spills in shared waters. Targeting the rear engine room disables the ship while keeping the hull intact. 2️⃣ Weaponizing Sanctions: The engine is a vessel’s most complex asset. Under strict Western technology blockades, sourcing specialized replacement parts is nearly impossible for Moscow, forcing the permanent scrapping of the ship. 3️⃣ Neutralizing Crews: Hitting the command bridge destroys navigation systems and sends a stark warning to the international shadow crews operating these illicit supply lines. Ukraine isn’t just stopping cargo; they are systematically dismantling the infrastructure of Putin’s hidden war economy.  #ShadowFleet  #MaritimeStrategy  #AsymmetricWarfare  #UkraineWar  #BlackSeaLogistics

— @jalle51 Jul 12, 2026